By Larry Limcangco There is a saying that pride comes before a fall, the meaning is that someones arrogance or overconfidence can lead to something bad happening to them such as losing a fight, to show them that they are not as great as they think they are, it's a humbling experience. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao Lost Because He Was “Holier Than Thou”
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PACQUIAO’S OPTIONS: REAL CHALLENGE OR RETIREMENT
By Reni M. Valenzuela Here we go again. The Arum fight options have nothing to do with what is good for the fans, what is ideal for the sport and what could even be beneficial to the boxing career of an iconic prized ward, but obviously what is best for the Pacquiao handler’s pockets. For the wackiest part of boxing today, it’s not “styles make fights” which is the … [Read more...] about PACQUIAO’S OPTIONS: REAL CHALLENGE OR RETIREMENT
Manny Pacquiao: Timothy Bradley, The Disputed World Champion
By Superstar Billy Graham It's been over several weeks since that highly controversial split decision giving Timothy "Desert Storm" Bradley a victory over Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao. It is still buzzing all over the boxing world and it is not slowing down. The split decision victory given to Timothy Bradley is considered to be the worst robbery in mega-fight history. Many … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao: Timothy Bradley, The Disputed World Champion
SPIKE LEE, “MIKE TYSON” ANNOUNCE SIX ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES ON BROADWAY
New York (June, 27 2012) – Mike Tyson and Spike Lee have the hottest ticket on Broadway. After announcing last week Lee will direct Tyson in his upcoming one-man show, “Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth,” fan response was immediate. To accommodate the demand for tickets, lead producer James L. Nederlander has announced that the show will extend its run with six additional shows. … [Read more...] about SPIKE LEE, “MIKE TYSON” ANNOUNCE SIX ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES ON BROADWAY
PRAYER FOR FLOYD MAYWEATHER
Reni M. Valenzuela Awakened by a dream, I was led to plead God for mercy in behalf of another person. … [Read more...] about PRAYER FOR FLOYD MAYWEATHER
Junior Welterweight Contenders Provodnikov and Reynoso on ESPN’s Friday Night Fights
Top Junior-Welterweight contenders Ruslan Provodnikov (21-1, 14 KOs) and Jose “El Nino” Reynoso (16-2-1,3 KOs) will meet June 29 in the 10-round main event on ESPN’s Friday Night Fights presented by Corona Extra from Corona Calif. Friday’s card, presented by Banner Promotions, will air at 10:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2 HD, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN3. … [Read more...] about Junior Welterweight Contenders Provodnikov and Reynoso on ESPN’s Friday Night Fights
PACQUIAO “LOST” HIMSELF UNDER “CONTROLLED POWER”: I HEARD
By Reni M. Valenzuela This must be mere hearsay. Having disappointed the fans in his trilogy bout against Juan Manuel Marquez, Manny Pacquiao is in for another fix and twixt that would surely disappoint again his legions of followers upon learning the odd “news” if the “news” are the actual facts. … [Read more...] about PACQUIAO “LOST” HIMSELF UNDER “CONTROLLED POWER”: I HEARD
THE CONSPIRACY CONTINUES: WBO RULES
By Reni M. Valenzuela The conspiracy continues! First is the grand larceny last June 9 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. … [Read more...] about THE CONSPIRACY CONTINUES: WBO RULES
REFORM IN BOXING: IRONIC TRUTH, JUST FOR NOW
By Reni M. Valenzuela Lest we lose track of the main purpose why there is need for change and reform in boxing at this juncture, we have to maintain the proper perspective. Or boxing will end up the same while the key players stray for now and forever, and as the sport returns to its vomit and wander aimlessly again in the wilderness, sidetracked. … [Read more...] about REFORM IN BOXING: IRONIC TRUTH, JUST FOR NOW
Watch! Victor Ortiz LIVE Ustream Chat leading up to Saturday’s match
Get excited for the Victor Ortiz vs. Josesito Lopez Showtime Championship Boxing, 12-round Welterweight bout, by tuning into Ustream, the leader in live online video (www.ustream.tv), when Victor Ortiz goes LIVE to answer your questions. In anticipation of his Saturday, June 23 match again Josesito Lopez, Ortiz will be live on Ustream beginning at 1pm PT on Thursday, June 21 at … [Read more...] about Watch! Victor Ortiz LIVE Ustream Chat leading up to Saturday’s match
Chris Eubank Sr Interview Prt 2 (What made him superior to messrs Benn, Froch & Calzaghe!)
By Keith Lambert Following on from his views of Floyd Mayweather Jr and Carl Froch, WBO Middle/Supermiddle King of 1990-1995, Chris 'Simply the Best' Eubank, gives his verdicts on Pacquaio-Bradley and Haye-Chisora. … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank Sr Interview Prt 2 (What made him superior to messrs Benn, Froch & Calzaghe!)
RIGHT THE WRONG: TRUE SCORE IN THE PACQUIAO-BRADLEY
By Reni M. Valenzuela How can it ever be right for boxing to move on unless we right what is wrong? And when do we say past is past? One week since that June 9 infamy in the MGM Grand Arena, the “minority” bloc is now trying to water down the overwhelming sentiment of the people which saw Manny Pacquiao winning over Timothy Bradley by a wide margin. They play us a … [Read more...] about RIGHT THE WRONG: TRUE SCORE IN THE PACQUIAO-BRADLEY
Manny Pacquiao Is A Victim Of His Own Dominance
By Erwin Lastimosa Whenever a fighter is exciting and dominant in the ring, the fans become spoiled and never satisfied with that fighter's performance unless it ends in a knockout or a dominant beating. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao Is A Victim Of His Own Dominance
Eubank Sr on Mayweather Jr: Sign of things to come!?
By Keith Lambert Chris Eubank Sr, perhaps the toughest fighter of the 1980s and 90s, has questioned Floyd 'Money' Mayweather Jr's toughness after hearing his complaints of below-par living conditions in serving his jail-time for breaking the law. … [Read more...] about Eubank Sr on Mayweather Jr: Sign of things to come!?
THE “TWILIGHT SAGA” OF A HUMAN SPORT BELEAGUERED BY VAMPIRES
By Reni M. Valenzuela Until the Pacquiao-Bradley controversy is correctly resolved, millions of people who are fond of boxing would simply walk away as we have seen the reactions and uproar anywhere in the world from the moment Michael Buffer announced Timothy Bradley as the “winner.” … [Read more...] about THE “TWILIGHT SAGA” OF A HUMAN SPORT BELEAGUERED BY VAMPIRES